Player Assessments: England Victory Sealed by Kane's Brace in World Cup Qualifier
In a impressive display, England secured one more triumph against their opponents, featuring a number of squad members producing notable displays on the pitch.
Starting Eleven
Dean Henderson Had little to do required before the break until forced to intervene by Arbër Hoxha’s curling effort. A sliding tackle against an Albanian attacker showed excellent anticipation. Six out of ten
Jarell Quansah Examined against the opposition's main danger through their forward. Operated through the middle to begin with then shifted out wide once a teammate was introduced. 7
The defender Pushed up the pitch when in possession, a familiar role in the past. At times seemed hesitant in possession and the approach was shelved after the break. Six
Dan Burn Always dangerous on corners and free-kicks, typically, but may be a replacement for Stones in the backline rather than his partner. One wayward pass in the second half almost led to a goal from the visitors. Six
Nico O’Reilly One more confident performance by the rising star after his debut versus Serbia. Saka was unable to take the opportunity from an exquisite touch behind their defense. The role is firmly his so soon. Seven
The newcomer His maiden beginning with the national team. A bit sloppy when playing out but his whipped corners caused problems. A useful game manager for the coach to utilize versus defensive opponents. Cautioned after a reckless foul. 6/10
Declan Rice Deliveries from corners and set-plays created chances. Had freedom to drift down the left flank yet found himself in an offside position when the ball arrived in front of goal. Granted a well-earned substitution after an hour. 6
The star midfielder Operated in a forward role down the right and also did plenty of dirty work. Demonstrated glimpses of brilliance and dragged a shot high. Replaced in the closing stages for a teammate, a fellow player, after receiving a caution. 7/10
Jarrod Bowen Was presented with the team's top opening in the opening period, his effort well saved from the opposing goalkeeper. As a teammate hanging back, he had to offer an outlet out wide although his balls from wide areas were hit and miss. Substituted for the final quarter-hour. Six
Harry Kane The match-winner scoring two more finishes at international level. The opener a classic opportunist's goal while the second a classy header following a clever run away from the opposition. Aged 32, he continues to improve and England are strong contenders next summer with him up top. 8
Eberechi Eze Had difficulty to get into the game on the left flank. Was presented with a decent opportunity after being played in by Bellingham however Strakosha made the save. Rashford produced a bigger an impact in his place. Five
Substitutes
- Phil Foden (replacing a teammate 63) Looked lively and linked up well with Kane in a natural spot, 6/10
- Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert but his corner created the opener, 6
- Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active when brought on assisting Kane’s second via an excellent ball to the far post, Seven
- Elliot Anderson (for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Seems settled already, 6
- Rogers (replacing Bellingham 84) Too brief a spell to influence the game, 6
